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Stricter Standards and Penalties for Subsidized Housing Conditions.

This Act establishes stricter safety and sanitation standards for housing receiving federal rental assistance (Section 8). Landlords who fail to maintain decent conditions will face financial penalties, with funds directed toward repairs or tenant relocation. A key change is the requirement for mandatory semi-annual tenant surveys to identify and address persistent physical or management issues.
Key points
Owners of subsidized housing must maintain decent, safe, and sanitary conditions, subject to financial penalties for non-compliance.
Mandatory semi-annual surveys of tenants will be conducted to report persistent problems with the structure or management.
Penalties (at least 1% of the annual budget) will be used for repairs or relocation assistance, prioritizing affected tenants.
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Print number: 118_S_581
Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]
Process start date: 2023-03-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Housing Accountability Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_581.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Owners of subsidized housing must maintain decent, safe, and sanitary conditions, subject to financial penalties for non-compliance.
  • Mandatory semi-annual surveys of tenants will be conducted to report persistent problems with the structure or management.
  • Penalties (at least 1% of the annual budget) will be used for repairs or relocation assistance, prioritizing affected tenants.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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